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Quick Christmas Peppermint Creams

Quick Christmas Peppermint Creams
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Quick Christmas Peppermint Creams are smooth, creamy, and refreshingly minty homemade treats that melt in your mouth. Made with simple pantry ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes, these festive sweets are perfect for holiday celebrations, gifting, and adding a homemade touch to your Christmas festivities.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter or shortening (softened)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3–5 drops red food coloring

Optional Ingredients

  • Crushed candy canes for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure out all your ingredients, soften the butter or shortening if necessary, and prepare a clean surface or lined baking sheet for shaping your creams.
  2. Mix the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar with softened butter or shortening, stirring until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and begins to come together.
  3. Add Cream and Flavor: Slowly add heavy cream or milk, followed by peppermint extract and a few drops of red food coloring. Mix until you get a smooth, pliable dough that can be shaped without being sticky.
  4. Shape the Peppermint Creams: Pinch off small portions and roll them into balls or flatten into discs, placing them onto a lined tray. For a festive touch, gently press crushed candy canes into the surface.
  5. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the shaped peppermint creams for at least one hour or until firm to the touch, allowing flavors to meld and texture to set perfectly.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for easier blending and a smoother consistency.
  • Add red food coloring gradually to ensure even coloring without oversaturation.
  • Shape creams with slightly damp hands to prevent sticking and keep them neat.
  • Store peppermint creams in airtight containers to maintain freshness and softness.
  • Using high-quality peppermint extract enhances the flavor intensity.

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